LU-Springer High School Summer Research Internships
Aspirnaut
Program overview
High school students interested in STEM careers, especially students from rural geographical areas or who need access to opportunity.
Eligibility
Must be at least 15 at the start of the program and have current health insurance for the duration. Applicants should have excellent grades and test scores in math and science and demonstrate commitment to pursuing a STEM career. · International students are welcome to apply; Aspirnaut cannot sponsor visas. Students are responsible for visas/travel clearances. · Recruitment includes students from rural geographical areas.
Key details
- Organization
- Aspirnaut
- Type
- Summer research internship
- Location
- Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN
- Format
- in-person
- Eligible grades
- High School
- Application deadline
- January 13, 2027 at 11:59 PM CST
- Cost
- No program cost to selected students; lodging, meal credit, lab costs, and a $2,000 stipend are provided. Students are responsible for travel to/from Nashville and personal expenses; needs-based travel scholarships may be available.
- Compensation
- Stipend available
- Time commitment
- Six weeks; standard 40-hour work week in a research lab plus up to 10-15 additional hours of programming/training per week
- Application status
- Open
How to apply
Apply on the program's own site. Details here were read from that page and can change — confirm them there before applying.